SOUTHPORT housing charity Light for Life is gearing up for its third annual family fun day.

A host of attractions and entertainment will feature at the fundraising event at Southport Scouts’ HQ, Waterside Lodge, by the Marine Lake, on Sunday, August 10.

Among them will be a children’s play area, a climbing wall, facepainting, go-karts, dance displays, a barbecue, inflatables and prize draws.

The day will also feature prizes for the best pirate-themed fancy dress, a penalty shoot-out courtesy of Southport FC supporters’ organisation Trust in Yellow, a magic show, a police CCTV van and a tug of war contest.

Organiser Gail Maher said: “We are still looking for even more local organisations, charities, businesses and individuals to register for a free pitch on the day.

“In addition, we are asking for local talent to provide entertainment – it is an ideal opportunity to showcase your singing, dancing or other performing art.

“Finally, we are hoping to attract sponsorship from local businesses to help cover the cost of this day to ensure its success as a fundraising event.”

Light for Life is also looking to establish ‘Friends of Light for Life’ – a group of volunteers to help organise future Family Fun-Days plus other fundraising events.

The fun-day takes place 12.30pm-3.30pm. For more details about entering a tug of war team, reserving a pitch, providing sponsoring or providing entertainment, call Gail Maher on 01704-543137 or email gail@lightforlife.org.uk

People who can bake treats for a homemade cake stall at the fun-day should call Barbara on 01704-535227.